Biting the Apple

by Dexter Gordon, Dexter Gordon Quartet

Overview

Many of Dexter Gordon's finest recordings were cut in Europe just prior to his triumphant return to the United States. This album was recorded just weeks before and it is one of the veteran tenor's best. With strong assistance from pianist Barry Harris, bassist Sam Jones and drummer Al Foster, Dexter plays exciting solos on "I'll Remember April," a warm version of "Skylark" and his two originals, "Apple Jump" and "A La Modal." It is highly recommended, as are all of Dexter Gordon's SteepleChase recordings from this period. ~ Scott Yanow

Product Details

Release Date:	07/29/1994
Label:	Steeplechase
UPC:	0716043108022
Rank:	110159

Tracks

1. Apple Jump
2. I'll Remember April
3. Georgia on My Mind
4. Blue Bossa
5. Skylark
6. A La Modal

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Dexter Gordon Quartet   Primary Artist
Dexter Gordon   Primary Artist,Sax (Tenor)
Al Foster   Guest Artist,Drums
Sam Jones   Guest Artist,Bass
Barry Harris   Guest Artist,Piano

Technical Credits

Nils Winther   Photography,Producer
Johnny Mercer   Composer
Elvin Campbell   Engineer
Stuart Gorrell   Composer
Hoagy Carmichael   Composer
Kenny Dorham   Composer
Pat Johnston   Composer
Patricia Johnston   Composer
Gene DePaul   Composer
Per Grunnet   Design
Dexter Gordon   Composer
Don Raye   Composer
Dexter Gordon Quartet   Performer